Central GovernmentAgriculture

Kisan Vikas Patra Scheme

✓ Information verified — April 2026
Ministry Of Finance

Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) is a small savings investment scheme run by the Ministry of Finance, Government of India. It was relaunched in 2014 to encourage savings among farmers and common citizens. Your invested money doubles in approximately 115 months (9.5 years) at the current interest rate. This is a safe, government-backed investment option for long-term wealth building.

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What You Get

  • Your invested amount doubles in 115 months at current rates
  • Safe government-backed investment with guaranteed returns
  • Can be opened with a small minimum investment amount
  • Flexible maturity period options available
  • Tax benefits on investment amount under Section 80C
  • Can be transferred to another person if needed

Who Can Apply

  • Gender: Male only
  • Age: 10–100 years
  • Any Indian citizen aged 18 years or above
  • Minors can invest through parents or guardians
  • No upper age limit
  • No income restrictions
  • Resident Indians are eligible
  • Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) are not eligible

Documents Needed

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  1. 1. Aadhaar Card
  2. 2. Pan Card
  3. 3. Bank Account Passbook
  4. 4. Identity Proof
  5. 5. Address Proof

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Central Government
Ministry
Ministry Of Finance
Category
Agriculture
Target Gender
Male
Age Group
10–100 years
Application
Check portal
Last Updated
26 Apr 2026

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